This year, we’ve been blessed with what has so far, been a good rainy season, after several years of drought. Rivers are flowing and dam’s country-wide are filling after many of them were barely a river line. Natures’ ability to rejuvenate itself is apparent all around us – within a few weeks, the wildflowers create a show of colour and best of all, the spectacular flame lily, Zimbabwe’s national flower appears in all its beauty.
The main season for the Costa del Sol (translates to coast of the sun, or sun coast) runs from May through to the end of October. These months are best if you like the sun, with average temperatures during July and August reaching 26ºC. You can travel there during the winter months, with the days still providing a welcome break from the cold.
Namibia is the second least densely populated country in the world, where 2.5 million inhabitants are spread over 824,292 km2 (that’s 3.4 times the size of UK!). Spanning about 1300 km from North to South, and 1400 km from West to East (along the Caprivi Strip), it is a huge country. The different interesting sites are usually located quite far apart, and there is often plenty of empty areas to cross, which can be monotonous.
An ideal starting point for a yacht charter, Mahé is home to 90% of the Seychelles’ population and the site of the republic’s capital and only port, Victoria. Built in 1840 and renovated in 1999, Mahé’s bustling market will give you a feel for the authentic Seychellois way of life, with fantastic fresh produce and spices available. A short sail provides access to the stunning six islets of Sainte Anne Marine Park, one of the largest areas of sea grass where hawksbill and green turtles are often found, alongside bottlenose dolphins. Ideal for snorkelling amongst the coral reefs teeming with marine life, there are also glass bottom boat trips to enjoy.
Arguably the greatest natural spectacle on Earth is the Great Wildebeest Migration that occurs year-round throughout the Serengeti. December through to March is some of the best times to see the migration as they congregate in their largest numbers on the southern plains of the Serengeti. As February arrives, thousands of wildebeest calves are born which not only gives rise to beautiful sightings of mother and calf, but it also draws in many predators.
Testing beforehand will ensure that everyone on board is virus-free before heading to low danger destinations, and for the extra-cautious, you can spend every day amongst the wonders of nature without ever heading into town. The Eastern Mediterranean has an abundance of islands with scattered ruins and picturesque beaches, providing a fulfilling holiday where the attention is placed on the destination and time well spent with family and friends.
It is a place of the heady perfumes of lavender fields and the coast’s sea breezes, matched by the delicious light and shade of mountains and beaches.
Navigate your way around a land steeped in history and magic. Within the regions of Conwy, Denbighshire, Flintshire, Gwynedd, Ynys Môn (the Isle of Anglesey) & Wrexham – the counties that make up what we know as North Wales – you will find these amazing places and activities to lose yourself along the way.
There are lots of palaces, parks and castles to see in Sintra, and unfortunately, it’s not possible to see them all on in a single day. But our one-day Sintra itinerary captures all the highlights while saving the legs from Sintra’s hilly climbs.
While the more remote outer islands can be reached with a local guide or specifically trained captain on board, most visited are the inner islands, including well-known Praslin, La Digue and Mahé. A popular yacht charter destination, most are less than 30 nautical miles apart, delivering short sailing times for easy island hopping.
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